{{tnr}}'''Andy Jorgensen''' (b. September 10, 1967) is a [[Democratic Party|Democratic]] member of the [[Wisconsin State Assembly]], representing the 37th District since 2007.

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{{tnr}}'''Andy Jorgensen''' (b. September 10, 1967) is a [[Democratic Party|Democratic]] member of the [[Wisconsin State Assembly]], representing District 43. He was first elected to the chamber in 2006. Jorgensen currently serves as [[State Assembly Minority Caucus Chair]].<ref>[http://docs.legis.wi.gov/2013/related/proposals/ar1 ''Wisconsin State Legislature,'' " 2013 Assembly Resolution 1," January 7, 2013]</ref>

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Jorgensen has worked as a dairy farmer, assembly line operator at General Motors, morning radio talk show host, and shop steward with the United Auto Workers.

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==Biography==

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Jorgensen has worked as a dairy farmer, assembly line operator at General Motors, morning radio talk show host, and shop steward with the United Auto Workers.<ref>[http://votesmart.org/bio.php?can_id=68876 Project Vote Smart - Assemblyman Jorgensen]</ref>

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He is a member of the Jefferson County Agribusiness Club, Jefferson County Farm Bureau, Jefferson County Labor Council, Local 95 - United Auto Workers, and Local Community Action Program - United Auto Workers.<ref>[http://votesmart.org/bio.php?can_id=68876 Project Vote Smart - Assemblyman Jorgensen]</ref>

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==Committee assignments==

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===2013-2014===

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At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Jorgensen served on the following committees:

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{{Committee Assignments

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|State =Wisconsin

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|year =2013

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|Chamber =State Assembly

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|Committee1 =Agriculture

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|Committee2 =Assembly Organization

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|Committee3 = International Trade and Commerce

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|Committee4 = Rules

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|Committee5 = Rural Affairs

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|Committee6 = Small Business Development

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}}

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===2011-2012===

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During the 2011-2012 legislative session, Jorgensen served on these committees:

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{{Committee Assignments

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|State =Wisconsin

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|year = 2011

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|Chamber =State Assembly

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|Committee1 =Agriculture

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|Committee2 =Audit

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|Joint3=Yes

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|Committee3 = Audit

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|Committee4 =Rural Economic Development

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|Chair4=Vice Chair

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|Committee5 =Transportation

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|Collapse=Yes

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}}

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===2009-2010===

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During the 2009-2010 legislative session, Jorgensen served on these committees:

*Access to Affordable Health Care - "increasing access to affordable health care has been - and is - one of Andy Jorgensen's top priorities."

*Access to Affordable Health Care - "increasing access to affordable health care has been - and is - one of Andy Jorgensen's top priorities."

*Tax Relief for Working Families - "in tight economic times, state government should tighten its belt right along with working families. As the 2007-08 budget was drafted, he was an independent voice for his district, calling for cuts at the agency level."

*Tax Relief for Working Families - "in tight economic times, state government should tighten its belt right along with working families. As the 2007-08 budget was drafted, he was an independent voice for his district, calling for cuts at the agency level."

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*Creating Economic Opportunities - "federal government must take action to turn the economy around, but he believes the state should address economic issues, too. By maintaining our quality educational system, supporting job training programs, and keeping the quality of life high, our leaders - like Andy - can ensure Wisconsin is an attractive place to open and grow a business."

*Creating Economic Opportunities - "federal government must take action to turn the economy around, but he believes the state should address economic issues, too. By maintaining our quality educational system, supporting job training programs, and keeping the quality of life high, our leaders - like Andy - can ensure Wisconsin is an attractive place to open and grow a business."

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==Committee assignments==

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==Elections==

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===2011-2012===

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===2012===

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In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Jorgensen has been appointed to these committees:

Jorgensen is a member of the Jefferson County Agribusiness Club, Jefferson County Farm Bureau, Jefferson County Labor Council, Local 95 - United Auto Workers, and Local Community Action Program - United Auto Workers.<ref>[http://votesmart.org/bio.php?can_id=68876 Project Vote Smart - Assemblyman Jorgensen]</ref>

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==Recent news==

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Campaign themes

2012

Access to Affordable Health Care - "increasing access to affordable health care has been - and is - one of Andy Jorgensen's top priorities."

Tax Relief for Working Families - "in tight economic times, state government should tighten its belt right along with working families. As the 2007-08 budget was drafted, he was an independent voice for his district, calling for cuts at the agency level."

Quality Education for All - "parents want the best possible educational opportunities for their kids, at the best possible price. Andy has always supported 2/3rds funding from the state for public schools."

Creating Economic Opportunities - "federal government must take action to turn the economy around, but he believes the state should address economic issues, too. By maintaining our quality educational system, supporting job training programs, and keeping the quality of life high, our leaders - like Andy - can ensure Wisconsin is an attractive place to open and grow a business."

2008

On November 4, 2008, Jorgensen won re-election to Assembly District 37, receiving 59.23% of the vote.[7]

Wisconsin Assembly District 37

Candidates

Votes

Andy Jorgensen (D)

17,724

Kent Koebke (R)

12,161

Scattering

38

Campaign donors

Comprehensive donor information for Jorgensen is available dating back to 2006. Based on available campaign finance records, Jorgensen raised a total of $231,698 during that time period. This information was last updated on June 6, 2013.[8]

Personal

Jorgensen is a member of the Jefferson County Agribusiness Club, Jefferson County Farm Bureau, Jefferson County Labor Council, Local 95 - United Auto Workers, and Local Community Action Program - United Auto Workers.[9]